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Ruocco's Pizzeria E Ristorante

217 South Terrace, South Fremantle WA 6162, Australia

Recommended by 69 people

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Find Ruocco's Pizzeria E Ristorante

217 South Terrace, South Fremantle WA 6162, Australia

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+61 8 9335 6939
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM Wednesday: 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM Thursday: 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM Friday: 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM Sunday: 12:00 PM – 9:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Ruocco's Pizzeria E Ristorante

Expect smoky wood-fired pizzas, heaping bowls of chilli mussels, and the clatter of a proper Italian trattoria along South Terrace. The dining room hums with energy, turning out charred, bubbly crusts pulled straight from the flames alongside rich plates of gnocchi and crab linguine. Outdoor tables catch the Fremantle breeze over pints of Little Creatures and carafes of wine, while the kitchen caters comfortably to gluten-free diners across nearly the whole menu. A pot of mussels arrives in spiced tomato broth with hot breadsticks ready for dipping.

  • Wood-Fired Pizza: Bakes pizzas over flame for blistered, bubbly crusts topped with options like bresaola or fresh stracciatella.
  • Signature Chilli Mussels: Plump mussels served in rich chilli-tomato broth paired with warm, freshly baked breadsticks for dipping.
  • Gluten-Free Flexibility: Extensive gluten-free crust and pasta substitutions ensure dietary diners skip zero flavor.
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Reasons to Dine at Ruocco's Pizzeria E Ristorante

Why diners choose Ruocco's for authentic wood-fired dining, gatherings, and Freo atmosphere

  • Wood-Fired Crust With Authentic Char

    Pizzas are prepared in a dedicated wood-fired oven to yield a thin, blistered base with distinct char and smoky flavor.

    The pizza is cooked in a wood fired oven and the crust is crispy, bubbly, slightly charred and flavoursome.

    Mark Kearns

  • Fresh Chilli Mussels and House Breadsticks

    Fresh seafood offerings are highlighted by generous bowls of balanced tomato-chilli mussels paired with freshly baked dipping breadsticks.

    Generous serve of mussels. Tomato sauce and chilli well balanced.The breadsticks are what elevate Ruocco’s from Clancy and others who do chilli mussels.

    Trish M

  • Seamless Large Group and Family Gatherings

    Spacious seating and attentive table teams smoothly accommodate large family gatherings, milestones, and set-menu parties.

    I recently arranged a last minute surprise lunch for 38 people. The venue manager Mickael was just awesome. Nothing was a problem.

    Julianne Zinni

  • Inclusive Dining Across Dietary Preferences

    Diners with celiac disease or gluten sensitivities can share meals comfortably with comprehensive gluten-free adaptations across pizza, pasta, and starters.

    This place has booked itself as one of the go-to's to take anybody when in the Fremantle Area. (Bonus: GLUTEN FREE ALMOST EVERYTHING)

    Shaun Coetzee

  • Transporting Italian Trattoria Ambience

    Italian design, lively background music, and bustling dining rooms evoke the feel of a neighborhood trattoria abroad.

    From the moment you walk in, the design and music transport you straight to Italy! It genuinely feels like you’ve stepped into a local restaurant in a small Italian town.

    Nilay Shah

  • Lively South Terrace Al Fresco Setting

    Outdoor street tables capture the vibrant South Terrace scene for relaxed dining before evening activities in Fremantle.

    Ruocco's was humming. We managed to get a table for 2 outside on a beautiful May evening and our simple order of a Margherita Pizza was served quickly and it tasted sensational.

    Glenn Doust

Signature Italian classics and seafood specialties baked in our wood-fired oven

  • Chilli Mussels

    Generous serve of mussels. Tomato sauce and chilli well balanced.The breadsticks are what elevate Ruocco’s from Clancy and others who do chilli mussels. The breadsticks are freshly baked and delicious, going well to dip into the sauce.

    Trish M

  • Wood Fired Pizza

    The pizza is cooked in a wood fired oven and the crust is crispy, bubbly, slightly charred and flavoursome.

    Mark Kearns

  • Grilled Seafood Platter

    Grilled seafood platter was just the best one I’ve had so far in Perth.

    Camila Herrera

  • GF Bruschetta

    GF Bruschetta - best bruschetta I’ve ever had !

    Laura Nestor

Beyond the menu

Attentive gestures and culinary care that elevate your visit to Ruocco's Pizzeria E Ristorante.

  • Warm, Family-Style Table Greetings

    Warm, personal hospitality is a staple at Ruocco's, with dedicated floor staff like Eddie frequently recognized for making guests feel instantly welcomed like family.

  • Freshly Baked Breadsticks for Mussel Broth

    Chilli mussels arrive with freshly baked house breadsticks specifically crafted to dip and soak up every drop of the spiced tomato sauce.

  • Extensive Gluten-Free Dining Care

    Guests with dietary needs are comprehensively looked after with dedicated gluten-free preparation across pizzas, pastas, and appetizers like bruschetta.

  • Accommodating Event & Large Group Planning

    Management actively tailors group dining arrangements, coordinating customized set menus with flexible dietary options for milestone birthdays and gatherings.

Before you head over

Helpful guidance on reservations, street parking, and dietary choices before you visit.

  • Book Ahead for Weekend Tables

    The dining room fills rapidly on weekends; reserve online beforehand, especially when bringing family or groups of seven or more.

  • Plan Around Street Parking

    South Terrace parking is often tight and challenging on Saturday evenings, so allow extra time to find a spot before your reservation.

  • Explore Broad Gluten-Free Options

    Guests requiring gluten-free dining can request alternative pizza crusts, pasta dishes, and bruschetta without sacrificing traditional flavor.

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